Now Hiring: Ofsted Registered Manager – Be the Leader Who Sets the Standard
Lead With Purpose. Grow With Passion. Inspire Change.
Location: Bradford, BD13
Salary: £50,000.00–£65,000.00 per year + Exceptional Bonus Opportunities
Are you a passionate and experienced leader in children's residential care? Do you want to be more than just a manager – a trailblazer, a mentor, and a champion for excellence?
At Lifebridge Group, we're not just building homes — we're setting the gold standard for children's residential care. Our flagship home, Aire House, is a warm, welcoming space for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
What You'll Do
* Take the reins of a growing 2-bed children's home
* Lead and inspire a passionate care team committed to excellence and empathy
* Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and best practices
* Oversee assessments and placement strategy for new referrals
* Build and nurture strong relationships with local authorities
* Bring innovation to safeguarding, staffing, and policy development
Requirements:
* NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (Children and Young People) – Desired
* Full UK Driving Licence – Essential
* Proven experience leading in a children's residential home
* Excellent knowledge of child protection legislation and standards
* A cool head under pressure and a warm heart for young people
* Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Who You Are
* Visionary, resilient, and deeply committed to changing lives
* Ready to lead from the front — and roll up your sleeves when needed
* Passionate about creating a nurturing, high-performing home
* Excited about shaping a home that others in the city — and beyond — look to as a model
Perks of the role:
* Competitive salary – £50,000–£65,000 (DOE)
* Welcome Bonus when registered
* Annual Retention Bonus to reward
* Referral Bonus Scheme – bring great people on board and get rewarded
* Ofsted Bonus
* Work-from-Home Days – flexible time for planning and administration
* A role that offers real purpose, growth, and professional autonomy
* Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation and integrity
Help Us Set the Gold Standard
We want Aire House to be a flagship home — not just for our city, but for the country. Our goal is to showcase our home and our dedicated team as exemplars of best practice, innovation, and compassionate care — a home that regulators, local authorities, and providers admire and aspire to emulate.
If you're ready to be part of something truly special — to lead, inspire, and leave a legacy — we want to hear from you.
Apply Now
Take the next bold step in your career. Join Lifebridge Group and make a lasting difference.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Flexitime
* Referral programme
* Work from home
Work Location: In person